Indigenous Awareness 101

An introduction to the histories, cultures and issues facing Indigenous Peoples in Canada. With over 1.6 million people in Canada identifying as Indigenous, it is essential to recognize the heritage, diversity, and rights of Indigenous Nations. The histories, traditions, and beliefs of Indigenous communities are unique and all cultures are integral to Canada. Many employers consider Indigenous Awareness as essential knowledge for job seekers and professionals. Brad Spence from ECO Canada presents “Indigenous Awareness 101” which explores issues facing Indigenous peoples today from historical and critical perspectives. This webinar is designed for people who want to learn more about Indigenous peoples and support the reconciliation efforts in Canada. Learn more about the issues facing Indigenous peoples today from historical and critical perspectives. Register now to access the free webinar video.

Indigenous Perspective on the Environmental Assessment Process

Consultation is Key to a Successful Environmental Assessment (EA) Process Traditional Knowledge (TK) has formed an integral role in how we, the Indigenous Peoples, see and understand changes to the environment. For Indigenous communities, TK continues to serve as an important building block on how we determine change and environmental impacts on any particular activity. The Environmental Assessment (EA) process in its broadest sense is not new to Indigenous Communities, however, over time it has been formalized and serves as an interaction between their knowledge systems and Western development. In this 2-part webinar, hear first-hand experience of how TK impacts the EA process. This course is ideal for: Consultants Project Managers Project Coordinators Policy and Regulatory Analysts/Officials Team Leaders and Management Get Started Regular Price: $99 EP Member Price: Free Course Length: 2 hrs Career Stage: All Career Stages

On-Demand Course – 10 Pro Tips for Low Carbon

Online

Course Overview During this course, we will go over 10 high-level tips that have been consistent across most projects that achieve a low carbon status. This includes strategies with project teams, installation quality, product ideas, and operations. Many homes share similar approaches- what are they? We will cover single-family, multi-family, new, and existing homes. Learning Objectives After completing this course you will be able to: List the 10 basic tips and how to use them now Describe where you can find more information to achieve low carbon results Articulate how health and occupant welfare is usually also improved in low carbon homes Review strategies that can be used and different ways to utilize them Credit Values Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) 1 Hour in: Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) Building Performance Institute (BPI) Non Whole House American Institute of Architects - AIA (HSW) Certified Green Professional (NARI & CGP) Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP) American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) State Architect / Builder License may be applicable

$95.00

Empowering Indigenous Communities: Introducing the Energy Code Compliance, Monitoring, and Enforcement Toolkit (Part 1)

Join ECO Canada for an insightful webinar dedicated to introducing our new toolkit, specifically designed to support Indigenous communities in adopting, complying with, and enforcing energy-building codes. This toolkit fosters sustainable development and energy efficiency within these communities, ensuring a brighter and more resilient future. What You’ll Learn: An in-depth overview of the toolkit and its unique features Strategies for integrating the toolkit into community planning and development Best practices for ensuring compliance with energy building codes

Empowering Indigenous Communities: Introducing the Energy Code Compliance, Monitoring, and Enforcement Toolkit (Part 1)

Join ECO Canada for an insightful webinar dedicated to introducing our new toolkit, specifically designed to support Indigenous communities in adopting, complying with, and enforcing energy-building codes. This toolkit fosters sustainable development and energy efficiency within these communities, ensuring a brighter and more resilient future. What You’ll Learn: An in-depth overview of the toolkit and its unique features Strategies for integrating the toolkit into community planning and development Best practices for ensuring compliance with energy building codes

Building to Net-Zero (BNZ) Community of Practice (CoP)

The BNZ CoP hosts monthly virtual sessions that address key challenges municipalities face, including creating internal buy-in, building community and industry support, fostering equitable engagement, exploring best practices for green development standards, and implementing effective measurement and tracking strategies. CoP sessions are open to all local governments and their partners, offering opportunities to engage with subject matter experts, industry leaders, and fellow professionals. Sessions will feature a mix of formal webinars, interactive workshops, and peer-learning clinics, creating space for both structured learning and collaborative problem-solving. Sessions are offered in English.  During webinars sessions, the option for simultaneous translation is provided. // La Communauté de pratique (CdP) Bâtir pour la carboneutralité (BCN) organise des séances virtuelles mensuelles qui abordent les principaux obstacles auxquels les municipalités sont confrontées, notamment la mobilisation à l’interne, les soutiens communautaire et industriel, la promotion d’un engagement équitable, l’exploration des meilleures pratiques en matière de normes d’aménagement écologique et la mise en œuvre de stratégies efficaces d’évaluation et de suivi. Les séances de la CdP sont ouvertes à toutes les administrations locales et à leurs partenaires et offrent la possibilité de s’entretenir avec des experts en la matière, des chefs de file du secteur et d’autres professionnels. […]

Event Series 9th Annual Sustainability Symposium

9th Annual Sustainability Symposium

Sustainability Symposium 2025: Force of Nature is a transformative two-day virtual event exploring groundbreaking innovation and actionable solutions for a sustainable future. From ClimateTech advancements to financial models that bend the emissions curve, industry leaders and visionaries will discuss how to drive change in key areas like enabling technologies, resilient communities, microgrids, and decarbonization. This event promises to equip participants with insights, case studies, and tangible solutions they need to affect positive change. Don’t miss this inspiring journey into the future of climate action!

DiscoverEE: Women of Impact – Leading Canada’s Energy Efficiency Future

In celebration of Asian Heritage Month, join us for an engaging conversation between Fatima Crerar, Vice President of Partnerships and Strategy at The Atmospheric Fund, and Yasmin Abraham, President and Co-Founder of Kambo Energy Group. Fatima has long played a key role in advancing transformative programs at leading Canadian organizations, including Summerhill, ecobee, and now The Atmospheric Fund. Her work has consistently focused on bringing together industry, policymakers, and communities to accelerate low-carbon solutions across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). Yasmin Abraham, a nationally recognized leader in energy justice, drives community-first approaches to energy efficiency through initiatives like Empower Me, the Home Upgrades Program, and Community Power. Her work ensures that equity-deserving communities are not just included — but prioritized — in the transition to a clean energy future. Together, they will explore what equity-centered climate leadership looks like in practice, and share how Canada’s $48 billion energy efficiency sector is being shaped by women of colour at the forefront of change.

On-Demand: Working with Indigenous People on Environmental Projects

First Nation participation in environmental decision making is increasingly recognized as vital to the move towards greater sustainability. Indigenous peoples worldwide share a unique and profound bond with the environment. Join Gary Pritchard, Environmental Project Manager from Curve Lake First Nation, to gain an understanding of how to work with Canada’s Indigenous Peoples when engaging on environmental business or projects. This webinar is intended to get young professionals thinking about how they do business with or conduct environmental business differently with local first nation communities. Participants will learn how to search out local First Nation community interests based on the proximity of a project location to treaty rights and when engagement should take place.  

Empowering Indigenous Communities: Introducing the Energy Code Compliance, Monitoring, and Enforcement Toolkit (Part 2)

Join ECO Canada for an insightful webinar dedicated to introducing our new toolkit, specifically designed to support Indigenous communities in adopting, complying with, and enforcing energy-building codes. This toolkit fosters sustainable development and energy efficiency within these communities, ensuring a brighter and more resilient future. What You’ll Learn: An in-depth overview of the toolkit and its unique features Strategies for integrating the toolkit into community planning and development Best practices for ensuring compliance with energy building codes In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, effective leadership development is key to organizational success. Join us for an engaging webinar where we explore the transformative role of quality mentoring in advancing valuable personnel into leadership roles. Hosted by Mentor Canada, this session will delve into how quality mentoring practices can help you cultivate leadership potential within your team, drive positive outcomes, and enhance the employee experience.

Making the Case for Decarbonization Projects

This one-day course is designed to provide participants with hands-on experience in analyzing decarbonization projects. It covers fundamental concepts such as incremental costs, carbon pricing, net present values, total costs of building ownership, and how to determine the necessary elements for a decision matrix. Throughout the day, participants actively engage in creating a business case for a decarbonization project by going through each step. At the end of the course, participants are asked to present their decarbonization recommendations. This course provides tools and knowledge to analyze the total cost of ownership and create a business case for decarbonization projects. With this information, participants can make informed decisions on which decarbonization projects to pursue to ultimately achieve their organizations' carbon reduction targets.

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